Building Construction — Fayette, Pennsylvania
WD PA20260089-14575-bld · Revision 4 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR (MECHANICAL- DUCT, PIPE & MECHANICAL SYSTEM INSULATION AND INDUSTRIAL WORK) in Fayette, Pennsylvania (construction type: building) is $46.50/hr base + $29.43/hr fringe = $75.93/hr total package (WD PA20260089-14575-bld, Rev. 4).
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Prevailing Wage Rates — All Trades
Base hourly rates and fringe benefit requirements for all trade classifications covered by this wage determination. Total package = base + fringe.
| Trade Classification | Base $/hr | Fringe $/hr | Total Package | H&W | Pension | Vacation | Training |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR (MECHANICAL- DUCT, PIPE & MECHANICAL SYSTEM INSULATION AND INDUSTRIAL WORK) | $46.50 | $29.43 | $75.93 +222% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BOILERMAKER | $48.28 | $33.17 | $81.45 Above median +93% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER: INCLUDING POINTING, CAULKING, CLEANING AND BRICK REFRACTORY WORK ADDITIONAL $0.75 TO THE BASE WAGE FOR BRICK REFRACTORY WORK | $36.55 | $24.46 | $61.01 Top 10% +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $38.92 | $20.06 | $58.98 Above median +107% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $31.77 | $21.89 | $53.66 Above median +87% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $49.11 | $36.79 | $85.90 Top 10% +173% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $35.65 | $29.73 | $65.38 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER | $38.89 | $34.54 | $73.43 Above median +88% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $30.24 | $12.05 | $42.29 Above median +81% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $22.17 | $13.65 | $35.82 +54% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER (ASBESTOS ABATEMENT) | $27.97 | $20.39 | $48.36 Top 10% +107% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASPHALT RAKER | $20.92 | $9.09 | $30.01 Above median +29% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $20.92 | $9.27 | $30.19 Above median +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: LANDSCAPE | $18.10 | $0.00 | $18.10 Above median -22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: LUTEMAN | $21.13 | $8.23 | $29.36 Top 10% +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MASON - STONE ADDITIONAL $0.75 TO THE BASE WAGE FOR BRICK REFRACTORY WORK | $36.55 | $24.46 | $61.01 Top 10% +165% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MILLWRIGHT | $43.00 | $23.44 | $66.44 Above median +121% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $30.56 | $23.72 | $54.28 Above median +125% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $36.01 | $23.72 | $59.73 Top 10% +147% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING | $32.39 | $23.26 | $55.65 Top 10% +130% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PILEDRIVERMAN | $43.13 | $23.42 | $66.55 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $47.75 | $26.55 | $74.30 Above median +132% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $46.10 | $27.97 | $74.07 Above median +131% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLASTERER | $30.69 | $18.99 | $49.68 +65% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $40.02 | $26.55 | $66.57 Above median +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE, BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER, BULLDOZER, COMPACTOR, CRANE*, DRILL RIG CAISSONS, DRILL, GRADALL | $41.69 | $24.05 | $65.74 +133% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BROOM/SWEEPER, COMPRESSOR, CONCRETE PUMP, HIGHLIFT, HOIST, PUMP, ROLLER, TUGBOAT, FORKLIFT | $35.62 | $24.05 | $59.67 +112% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: LOADER | $41.69 | $24.05 | $65.74 Above median +133% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: LOADER | $29.58 | $20.15 | $49.73 Above median +77% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: OILER | $32.83 | $24.05 | $56.88 Above median +102% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $41.21 | $21.46 | $62.67 Above median +165% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $39.50 | $30.79 | $70.29 Above median +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $49.75 | $30.26 | $80.01 Above median +150% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE FINISHER | $28.76 | $17.16 | $45.92 Above median +62% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $35.64 | $21.63 | $57.27 Above median +102% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $23.36 | $7.60 | $30.96 Above median +10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Fayette, PA — Building construction prevailing wage rates. Add a row for each trade in your crew, set the number of workers and hours, and optionally add a burden percentage for payroll taxes, workers’ comp, and insurance.
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This is an estimate only. Burden percentages vary widely by state, employer experience modifier, and benefit plan structure. Davis-Bacon also requires per-trade record-keeping on Form WH-347; this calculator does not replace certified payroll reporting.
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Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for building construction in Fayette, Pennsylvania.
- The Davis-Bacon Act applies to contracts ≥$2,000 involving construction, alteration, or repair of federal or federally assisted buildings.
- The total package (base + fringe) is the minimum hourly labor cost per worker. Employers may satisfy fringe requirements by contributing to bona fide benefit plans.
- Apprentices must be registered with a DOL-approved apprenticeship program to be paid apprentice rates.
- Contractors must post this wage determination at the job site. Certified payroll records must be submitted weekly using Form WH-347.
- If a trade classification you need isn't listed below, request a conformance from the DOL Wage and Hour Division.